How to Choose the Right Hair Products

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Choosing Hair Products That Actually Work for Your Hair

Have you ever spent time curling your hair only to have it fall flat an hour later? Or wondered why the products everyone else swears by just don’t seem to work for you?

The truth is, great hair starts long before you pick up a curling iron. The products you choose—and the order you use them—can make all the difference in how your hair looks and how long your style lasts.

Let’s walk through a common example. Imagine you have fine hair that falls flat, struggles to hold a curl, and tends to get frizzy. Instead of grabbing random products, here’s how to identify what your hair needs and build a routine that actually works.

1. Protect and smooth
Start with a product that provides heat protection while helping smooth the hair. Fine hair can still become dry, especially through the ends, so protecting it before styling is essential.

2. Add texture to soft hair
If your hair is silky, heavy, or slips out of a style easily, it needs grip. A sea salt spray or texturizing spray creates the foundation needed for curls and volume to last.

3. Control frizz before styling
If frizz is one of your biggest concerns, focus on your blow-dry technique. Dry the hair in the direction it grows, finish with the cool setting to smooth the cuticle, and pair it with a frizz-fighting product.

4. Create lift at the roots
If your hair falls flat, apply a volumizing spray at the roots before blow drying to build body and support that will help your style last.

5. Style and finish
Once your prep products are in place, blow dry with your head tipped upside down for added lift while following the direction of the hair to minimize frizz. After styling, add extra texture with a texturizing spray or dry shampoo if needed, then finish with hairspray to lock everything in place.

Less Is More—When You're Using the Right Products

In the video above, I walk through how to identify what your hair needs and where to start.

The biggest takeaway? Great hair isn’t about using more products – it’s about using the right products in the right order for your hair’s specific needs.

Once you understand what your hair is asking for, choosing products becomes less overwhelming and styling becomes much easier. No two heads of hair are exactly alike, which is why there’s no one-size-fits-all routine.

The best results come from identifying your hair’s unique needs and choosing products that support them from start to finish.

If you’re ready to build a complete routine and learn exactly what products I recommend (and why), check out my in-depth guide: Jocelyn’s Current Haircare.

May 3, 2026August 25, 2026

My Current Hair Care

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MY CURRENT HAIRCARE, CUT, AND COLOR

Welcome to my current haircare routine hub! If you’ve seen a product in one of my reels, YouTube videos, or social posts and wondered what I’m using, you’ll find it here.

I keep this page updated with the products I’m currently loving, how I use them, and most importantly, who they’re best for and why. My routine changes depending on my hair’s needs, which is why you’ll see different products used on different days.

My goal isn’t to tell you to buy everything I use—it’s to help you understand what will work best for your hair. As you read through this guide, think about your hair type, concerns, and goals.

Every product featured here has been thoroughly tested over time and compared against many others. While it may look like a lot of products, I don’t use them all every day, they’ve just passed my test of products worth sharing. Use this guide to find the products and routines that make the most sense FOR YOU.

If it has a *** it means I’m not currently using it because of a sunflower allergy. But before I knew of that allergy I had tested the product and LOVED IT so I I thought it was important to keep it listed.

I’m going to break this down into 4 separate sections – click each one to jump there:

1. SHAMPOOS & CONDITIONERS

2. pre-blow dry favs

3. my styling tools

4. styling aids for texture + hold

1. Shampoos & Conditioners

Don’t be afraid to switch up your products. Your hair’s needs change based on the season, your environment, and even what’s going on with your scalp. Some days your hair may feel oilier and need a lighter shampoo, while other times it may feel dry and need extra hydration.

I also recommend washing your hair as infrequently as works for your lifestyle and scalp.

When I shampoo, I focus mainly on my roots and scalp. I don’t intentionally shampoo my ends—instead, I let the shampoo rinse through them naturally. In my experience, the roots need the deep cleanse, while the ends benefit more from conditioning and moisturizing. I also always shampoo my roots twice, which helps remove buildup and leaves my hair feeling much cleaner.

Scalp Remedy Shampoo by Virtue

A little goes a very long way. This one is great for more sensitive scalps – it’s fragrance free but you know I love Virtue and the quality of care it gives to the hair!

Restorative Shampoo by LolaVie

I tested this from Ulta and really liked it. I use it when the hair is hydrated well and feeling too weighed down. This is a great all around shampoo.

Ultra Hydrating Shampoo + Conditioner by Goldie Locks

This is great for hydration and has a lot of science behind why what’s in it is in it. It’s very hydrating and a little goes a long way. This is the conditioner I use but I also only use conditioner when my hair is feeling super dry. I don’t use it all the time to be honest. It’s too easy for hair to get weighed down so when I can use key products to help my hair already, I don’t use conditioner often.

Clarifying Shampoo by Goldie Locks

Hair needs clarified periodically. This isn’t something you do daily. It’s more of a monthly thing; but stripping the hair of hard water, hair products is helpful as well.

Extra Love Volumizing Shampoo by IGK

This is such a good one if you feel your hair has just been feeling either flat or dense. I wouldn’t use this on the daily, moreso as needed and in rotation with a hydrating one!

faq: How Often Do You Wash Your Hair?

I typically wash my hair every three days, and a big reason I can go that long is because of the products I use before blow drying. They help my style last until the next wash, with just a few touch-up products on days two and three to manage oil, static, and frizz.

When I wash my hair, I don’t always use conditioner or a deep treatment. If my hair feels healthy, hydrated, and soft, I’ll skip it and move straight to my post-wash routine. Those products help with frizz control, volume, curl retention, humidity, and hydration.

However, if my hair feels dry, damaged, or prone to breakage, I always follow shampoo with conditioner to give it the extra moisture and support it needs.

2. My Pre-Blow Dry Favs

The best routine depends on your hair type, hair condition, and even the climate you live in. Fine hair can get weighed down easily, while thicker hair may need more moisture and control.

For example, I live in a humid climate and have fine hair that gets oily easily. I use Virtue 6-in-1 for heat protection and overall hair health, a small amount of Goldie Locks frizz control, and Goldie Locks oil on my ends only.

The key is to ask yourself: What does my hair need today?

Your hair is always changing, so you don’t have to use the exact same products every wash day. Some days you may need more volume. Other days you may need hydration, texture, frizz control, or extra heat protection.

For me, these are the challenges I’m usually trying to solve:

Thin hair
No volume
Frizzy parts of my hair
Won’t hold a curl
Needs texture since it’s more fine

Now this is why I use what I use:

Create by Virtue

This is a heat protectant & styling aid (I skip this sometimes and just use the others; again, it depends on how the hair is feeling). I use this product when my hair already feels pretty soft. The other products can make the hair feel really really soft and we don’t need that if the hair is already feeling healthy. It shines, texturizes, and protects.

K18 Leave-In Repair Hair Masque

This hair masque is great for repairing hair on a deeper level compared to a normal leave-in conditioner. I apply this to the ends of my hair, focusing on the pieces towards the front as those are more susceptible to heat damage/every day breakage. I leave it after applying it for 4-6 minutes and comb through my hair it’s had some time to sit.

Rahua Aloe Vera Hair Mousse

I promised I’d try to find great products that don’t have all the scents and that work good- and I’ve been impressed by this mousse. It’s aloe Vera based so it’s also help find the hair and it doesn’t have any strong smells at all! It’s worth a try. Let me know what you think once you’ve tried it out.

Smoothing Cream by Goldie Locks

A heat protectant, smoother, frizz defender, hydrating – and boy does it! I use just a couple pumps and a little bit goes a long way.

Blow Dry Spray by Goldie Locks

Only spray this into my hand first and then apply – a little goes a long way. This is super hydrating but helps protect hair up to 450 degrees and extend the curl. Helps seal off split ends and makes hair look sleek. If I use this one I usually put it only on ends and put virtue up higher in hair for best results. Incredible product for all hair types but used minimally for fine hair and can use more for thicker hair.

Thickening Glaze by Kenra

This one is for the roots when and to add in some texture for fine hair or use Swell down below.

***Swell by Navy

Swell is thickening as well. If you liked Glaze by L’ange, then you’ll like this in place as a hair lotion too. *** This one you don’t see me use only because it has sunflower oil in it (I have a sensitivity to sunflower oil) but it’s an amazing product.

One analogy I like to use when talking about hair and using the right products for it is it’s like seasoning your meat. You wouldn’t throw the meat directly on the grill without the proper marinades or seasonings – the same goes for hair!

Using the right products before blow drying is going to help your hair hold a curl and helps style to last longer.

3. My Styling Tools

I call these my “short hair” styling tools because they’re the ones I’ve personally tested and loved on my own hair. If your hair is longer, your experience may be different, so don’t be afraid to experiment and find what works best for your hair type and styling goals. Remember, what works for one person may not work for another.

You may also notice me using curling irons in videos that aren’t included on this list. While those tools get the job done, they aren’t products I fully recommend. Most were either last-minute purchases while traveling or tools I borrowed from my daughters. The tools listed here are the ones I genuinely stand behind and would recommend to others.

There are a few different curling tools I enjoy using and regularly rotate through them depending on the curl I want for the day. Above are all tools that I have tried & love for styling short hair whether it’s curling, at-home blowout, or a sleek straight look for the day.

The Seint Detangling Brush is one that’s gentle on the hair and great for use on damp hair after showering and applying your products to your hair.

In some of my older videos, you may see me using a L’ange flat iron – they no longer make that specific one so here’s another I’ve tested and approved for you! The NuMe Tourmaline Flat Iron is a solid one I’ve been using for some time now and highly recommend.

The Rootie by Voloom is a tool I’ve shown on my social channels & tutorials – I like using this to add volume at the root of my hair before styling. You can get this tool using my link (click here) or use code JOCELYN20 when checking out for the biggest discount!

The Infrared Thermal Brush by Sutra is a great tool to have on hand, especially if you’re familiar with using a roundbrush already. The size I use is the 32 mm. Make sure to use the link below and code JOCELYN15 at checkout for the biggest discount!

I wanted to include a few curling iron options at different price points because I’ve tested them all. In general, quality tends to improve as the price goes up, but when it comes to curling irons, whether the upgrade is worth it really depends on the person.

For my short hair, you’ll usually see me using a 1¼-inch (32 mm) barrel in tutorials. All three options below offer shorter barrel versions, which is what I prefer. If you have longer hair, your needs may be different, but since this page is focused on short hair, that’s what I’m basing these recommendations on.

Here are my picks from lowest to highest price (click the underlined text to shop):

InfinitiPro by Conair– A great basic option if you’re looking for something affordable. It gets the job done, but I haven’t found it to be as durable over time, especially if you travel frequently.

BaBylissPRO – My middle-ground recommendation. It feels like a step up in quality, heats consistently, and has been very reliable in my experience. As with any new hot tool, I recommend starting at a lower temperature and adjusting as needed.

T3 Interchangeable Trio – The premium option. I love the interchangeable barrels and the overall quality feels excellent. Many people say their curls last longer with T3, although I think curl longevity depends more on your hair type and products than the tool itself. It’s definitely the priciest option, but it’s a great investment if you like having styling versatility.

If you’d prefer to use less heat, I also recommend the rollers listed below.

DOM DOM HAIR ROLLERS: MY FAVES

These are my current favorite hair rollers – click the video below to see how I use them!

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faq: What blow dryer do you use?

You might notice I don’t have a blow dryer mentioned here in the blog and that’s for a reason! I have yet to find a blow dryer I really want to recommend and would like to be able to give a couple options. In the meantime, I’m always testing out tools to bring to you with an honest, tried and true opinion.

faq: How Do You Keep Your Hair Healthy?

I get asked about how I keep my short hair healthy and truly the answer is I feed my hair! If you keep up with me elsewhere besides just my blog, you’ve probably heard or read my posts stating “feed your hair.” What I mean by this is dig deep and find what your hair needs for styling purposes and always make sure to keep it hydrated. One of the easiest ways to do this is by drinking lots of water and keeping your body hydrated in that sense but your hair will also tell you what it needs if you pay close attention. Your ends may be a little dry or there might be breakage – does it need some oils for hydration or a deep conditioning treatment? Does it simply need a trim to keep things in order? If you listen close enough, you’ll hear what your hair is hungry for!

Aren’t sure which haircare products are right for you? Check out this Healthy Hair Guide I created to help give a bit more direction into finding what products are right for styling hair, maintaining it, and giving your hair what it needs.

4. Styling Aids for Texture & Hold

Texture sprays

**Beach Club Texture Spray by IGK

I love this spray for texturizing styles and adding a bit of product to help hair hold its style without feeling too heavy.

** This is my favorite! But you won’t see me using it because it has sunflower oil and I have a new found allergy to it. This is my favorite and it’s why you might see me use it in past videos. This one doesn’t make the hair oily or too heavy.

Dry Texturizing Spray by Oribe

This is the texture spray you’ll see me use at present. It’s not my top favorite, but I do really like it, and it doesn’t have sunflower oil so I can use it.

Virtue Texturizing Spray

This is my 3rd favorite texturizing spray but it does have sunflower oil so I can’t use it. You need to make sure you don’t spray too close to the head; it’s easier to use too much compared to the other 2.

Sex Hair DomDom Texturizing Spray

This is my most recent texture spray find – I LOVE this one by DomDom. I also use the rollers from this company and highly recommend to all – this texture spray gets the job done without weighing down the hair.

HairSprays

Sensitive Strong Hairspray by No Nothing

For my gals that are sensitive to fragrances/scents or who simply want something that doesn’t smell, this one is for you! It holds up well, doesn’t have a lingering smell in my nose, and I love that the brand is about no unnecessary ingredients!

No. 25 by Kenra

I’m picky with what hairsprays I use and have tested many, this one included. I think it works great and it does have a strong hold so keep that in mind if you’re looking to try it out.

Dry Shampoos

Dry Shampoo Powder by Goldie Locks

I love that this is a lightweight powder that doesn’t leave my hair feeling full of product and is easy to take on the go too.

AirWash Dry Shampoo by K18

This one is BOSS! It’s not your normal dry shampoo – it goes on wet but works almost like a texture spray when it dries. Once you spray it on make sure to really work it into those roots to also aid in volume.

styling aids: oils + pastes

Virtue Healing Oil

This is such a good one for dry ends or even just after styling. Your ends of your hair receive the most heat and are usually the driest part of the hair shaft. This oil helps to repair and keep those ends soft, not brittle.

Semi-Matte Putty by Atlas – This paste is perfect for men’s hair but can double for women’s hair. It’s quite tacky and can definitely give short hair a piecey look.

Badlands by R+Co. – Badlands is the most unique out of the four pastes above. It’s meant to be a dry shampoo pomade but must be used in a specific way for best results, especially when using it on the roots. I love the gritty texture it adds for the ends of my hair when styling.

6-in-1 Styling Paste by Virtue –This one has a creamier consistency and would definitely keep it at the tips of the hair only. It does a great job of giving the hair a piece-y look without the grit so if you want more soft/less texture in your hair, this is the way to go.

All In the Details: The Cut, Color, & Maintenance

I always keep this section updated with my current haircut and color formula by the incredible Chris Jones and Emily Cooper at Salon Bugatti!

If you’re new here, most of my haircuts are done more for education’s sake to help teach how to communicate clearly with your stylist, find what you want, and be happy once you go home.

To see more regarding my hair maintenance and hairstyles, check out my hair guide on Instagram by clicking HERE.

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Details on the Color from Emily Cooper (@emilycooper_hair)

Below are details on the new color done by the amazing Emily Cooper (@emilycooper_hair on Instagram) – check it out so you know exactly what was done!

Emily had her work cut out for her on this one! My head was so heavy with all the fouls. She will be doing her own reel regarding everything she did and Chris will be giving his own take on the cut so follow them on Instagram @emilycooper_hair and @chrisjones_hair for more as they’re super educational in all they do.

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April 7, 2026May 12, 2026

My 3 Best Products + Tools Must-Haves for Short Hair (Bobs & Lobs)

If you’ve been searching for the best short hair routine, whether you’re rocking a lob, bob, or fresh short haircut, this post is for you. I’m sharing my current must-have hair products and hair styling tools that are making a huge difference in how my short hair styles, holds volume, and stays healthy.

If you’re new here, I’m all about helping you intentionally feed your hair (click to read more) — choosing the right hair products for short hair so your hair not only looks good today, but gets better over time.

Today, I’m breaking it down into:

- My Top 3 Products for Short Hair (Bob & Lob Must-Haves)
- My 3 Best Hair Styling Tools for Short Hair

My Top 3 Products for Short Hair (Bob & Lob Must-Haves)

These are my ride-or-die products. If you have a short haircut, you know that every product matters—too much or the wrong one can completely throw off your style.

Of course there’s more than I use than just these three, but these three definitely need attention.

1. VIRTUE 6-in-1 Styler

This is hands down my #1 hair product for short hair.

Not only does it:

- Soften hair
- Add texture (perfect for bob hairstyles)
- Provide heat protection
- Improve overall hair performance

…it’s also forgiving. You don’t have to apply it perfectly like other serums.

When I skip this? My short hair styling just doesn’t turn out the same. If you’re building a minimal hair routine for a lob or bob, start here.

2. K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

This is a must when your hair needs serious help.

Perfect for:

- Damaged hair
- Pre/post color appointments
- Weak or over-processed short hair
Apply it through your strands and leave it alone for 4 minutes—that’s key. This is one of those hair repair products that truly works when used correctly.

3. K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo

This is not your typical dry shampoo—and honestly, that’s why I love it.

- It’s a wet spray, not a powder
- Great for sensitive scalps or anyone avoiding heavy fragrance
- Doubles as a texture spray for short hair

I’ve been using this a LOT lately, especially since I’m avoiding heavily scented hair products. Just make sure you shake it well before applying.

Shop my top 3 products:

My 3 My Best Hair Styling Tools for Short Hair

Let’s talk tools—because the right hair styling tools for short hair can completely change your routine.

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1. Voloom Root Volumizing Iron

If you struggle with flat roots (especially with fine short hair), this is a game changer.

- Adds hidden volume at the root
- Perfect if you don’t use texture sprays

Ideal for short hairstyles that need lift and use code JOCELYN20 for a discount at checkout!

2. L’ange Tridente Hair Waver

This tool creates the easiest, most consistent waves for a lob or short bob.

- Titanium plates = better performance than competitors
- More consistent than using a flat iron
- Great for beachy waves on short hair

Yes, you can use a flat iron—but this is faster and more foolproof.

3. BABYLISSPRO | Nano Titanium Spring Curling Iron - 1.25 In

This is my most-used tool right now for my short haircut.

- Shorter barrel = easier control for short hair
- Creates soft curls and movement
- Perfect for everyday short hair styling

I do want to test more titanium curling irons, but right now, this one is in heavy rotation.

Let’s Talk:
Short Hair Favorites

Do you have:

- A holy grail product for short hair?
- A fragrance-free hair product you swear by?
- A hair styling tool you’re obsessed with?

Drop it in the comments—I’m always testing new hair products and tools, especially ones that work for short hair, bobs, and lobs.

If you choose to shop any of my links, just know I may earn a small commission. With the amount of time I put into testing and sharing the best hair products for short hair, it truly means a lot.

Thank you so much for your support!

FAQ's

What are the best products for short hair?

The best products for short hair include lightweight styling creams, volumizing mousse, texture sprays, and heat protectants that add volume and movement without weighing hair down. Don’t forget to read my blog on feeding your hair here. I will put out more information shortly about different products of this nature.

What styling tools work best for short hair?

The best styling tools for short hair include curling irons with shorter barrels, hair wavers, and volumizing tools that help create lift and texture in bob and lob hairstyles.

How do you add volume to short hair?

To add volume to short hair, you do not want products that weigh it down. How thin or thick your hair is helps determine what to use. This is why I love the Virtue 6 in 1, because it’s not too heavy. Using a volumizing mousse or thickening tonic before blow drying and just a little salt & sea spray can go a long way. Then use a root volumizing tool or curling iron to create lift and texture.

February 19, 2024February 21, 2024

Haircare by Hairtype

Haircare for Your Hair Type

In this blog you’ll find hair products broken down like never before; products that solve your problem of what you’re dealing with. The purpose of this blog is to teach you how to find products that suit your hair’s needs based off of what is driving you crazy that your hair doesn’t do, this will provide some recommendations for those issues you might be dealing with.

Hair categories that products are based around are:

TEXTURE & VOLUME

COMBAT FRIZZ & SMOOTHE

HEAT PROTECTION, STYLING, & HOLD

SHAMPOOS/CONDITIONERS FOR DIFFERENT ISSUES

Finding products that take care of these different “issues” you may be having while working with your hair type is key to loving your locks. Is your hair oily or is it dry? Does it need a deep conditioning treatment? Do you deal with frizz, dryness all over, oily scalp and dry ends, do you need of more texture to help with styling and volume?

When shopping for hair products for your hair, it’s so important to ask yourself “what problems am I having?” and find products that solve those problems. Like skin, no two heads of hair are the same. Sometimes, we tend to use hair products recommended by others, without thinking about the fact that their hair type and hair needs aren’t the same as our own. If you’ve read my Current Haircare Blog, you’ve probably seen me teach to “feed your hair” and this starts by listening to what your hair needs and I want to teach you how to do that and provide what your hair is lacking.

Below, I’ve organized different hair care products I’ve personally tried and tested by hair type/hair need. This makes it easier for you to see where to start in finding products that will help you achieve the hair styles you want.

TEXTURE & Volume

If you’re in need of product to add texture to your hair or for added volume, these are my top picks. Hopefully you can find a product to aid in whatever you’re missing for texture and/or volume for hair.

Beach Club: This texture spray is a favorite of mine; I love this spray for texturizing styles and adding a bit of product to help hair hold its style without feeling too heavy. ** This is my favorite texture spray but it has sunflower oil and I have an allergy. But it’s truly one of the best!

Star Dust: This is a dry shampoo powder that does well in maintaining oil between washes, but it’s also great for texturizing! I personally use this more for adding texture than for dry shampoo purposes.

Thickening Spray: This one is for the roots when and to add in some texture for fine hair or use Swell down below.

Swell: Swell is thickening as well. *** This one you don’t see me use only because it has sunflower oil in it (I have a sensitivity to sunflower oil) but it’s an amazing product.

Dry Shampoo Powder: This is another dry shampoo powder that I tested and love – truly loving this company and the quality of their products. I use this for texture just like Star Dust, and this also smells great and does a 2 in 1 job of controlling oil/buildup and adding texture for styling.

Dry Texturizing Spray: This is the texture spray you’ll see me use at present. It’s not my top favorite, but I do really like it, and it doesn’t have sunflower oil so I can use it.

Create Texturizing Spray: This is my 3rd favorite texturizing spray but it does have sunflower oil so I can’t use it. You need to make sure you don’t spray too close to the head; it’s easy to use too much with this product.

Gro by Vegamour Dry Shampoo – I took off every other dry shampoo! I’m mind blown by this! For sure the biggest difference I’ve ever had with a dry shampoo. Highly recommend.

COMBAT FRIZZ/SMOOTHE HAIR

These are all great to use in your hair if you’re struggling with frizz, smoothing your hair, or humidity. My hair stylist swears by Virtue, especially the Frizz Block.

Blow Dry Spray: Only spray this into my hand first and then apply – a little goes a long way. This is super hydrating but helps protect hair up to 450 degrees and extend the curl. Helps seal off split ends and makes hair look sleek. If I use this one I usually put it only on ends. Incredible product for all hair types but used minimally for fine hair and can use more for thicker hair.

Create 6 in 1: This is a heat protectant & styling aid (I skip this sometimes and just use the others; again, it depends on how the hair is feeling). I use this product when my hair already feels pretty soft.

Restorative Treatment: I use this more so in times of need, when the hair is needing a little extra TLC. This is not for daily use, and you need to listen to your hair to see if this is truly what it needs.

Glazé Hair Lotion: This is the OG hair lotion of mine that I still stand by to this day. It leaves the hair feeling so soft, healthy, and smells amazing – I stopped using it because it has sunflower oil and I have an allergy.

Sorbet: This is a leave-in balm that smells incredible but also provides UV protection and combats frizz. I’ve used this one for a long time and it’s part of my daily concoction, which you can read about on my Current Haircare Blog HERE.

Frizz Block: Has sunflower oil in it so I can’t use it, but it’s Chris’s favorite before blow drying for frizz and heat protection. He likes this one and not the cream is because this one doesn’t weigh down the hair in his opinion.

Un-Frizz Cream: If I feel like my hair is frizzy, I use this instead of the 6 in 1. This one is a great smoother as well for the hair, I can use this one because it doesn’t have sunflower oil.

Healing Oil: If my hair is feeling super dry, when I wash my hair on the weekend, I put it in my hair from 3/4ths of the way or a little high than midshaft and down. I put a lot in and let it sit in my hair for a good couple hours before washing it out. I use this as a hair treatment/masque when I feel I need that extra hydration. On day 3 hair, if my hair is feeling dry, I’ll use an extremely minimal amount to liven up the hair a bit.

Smoothing Cream: This is a heat protectant, smoother, frizz defender, hydrating – and boy does it! I use just a couple pumps and a little bit goes a long way.

SHAMPOOS/CONDITIONERS FOR DIFFERENT ISSUES

Here are some products I’ve tested to help rehydrate the hair and keep those locks moisturized and happy. Make sure to listen to your hair and she’ll let you know if she’s thirsty!

Hydrating Shampoo: If my hair is feeling super dry, when I wash my hair on the weekend, I put it in my hair from 3/4ths of the way or a little high than midshaft and down. I put a lot in and let it sit in my hair for a good couple hours before washing it out. I use this as a hair treatment/masque when I feel I need that extra hydration. On day 3 hair, if my hair is feeling dry, I’ll use an extremely minimal amount to liven up the hair a bit.

Hydrating Conditioner: This is the conditioner I use but I also only use conditioner when my hair is feeling super dry. I don’t use it all the time to be honest. It’s too easy for hair to get weighed down so when I can use key products to help my hair already, I don’t use conditioner often.

Clarifying Shampoo: Hair needs clarified periodically. This isn’t something you do daily. It’s more of a monthly thing; but stripping the hair of hard water, hair products is helpful as well.

Restorative Shampoo by Lolavie: I tested this from Ulta and really liked it. I use it when the hair is hydrated well and feeling too weighed down. This is a great all around shampoo and has a plant-based formula.

Tonique: I really like this for the hair is more oily. The mint in it will leave your scalp feeling so fresh and clean. Use this more on roots and don’t worry so much for ends as It can dry them out a bit.

Recovery by Virtue: a little goes a very long way. Small amount the first wash and then wash again and it wills suds up more the second time. This is great for normal hair types and does the job!

HEAT PROTECTION, STYLE, & HOLD

It’s super important to use some form of heat protection for your hair, especially if you tend to style it with hot tools often. These are both great options, one is a spray and the other is a leave in cream.

Blow Dry Spray: Only spray this into my hand first and then apply – a little goes a long way. This is super hydrating but helps protect hair up to 450 degrees and extend the curl. Helps seal off split ends and makes hair look sleek. If I use this one I usually put it only on ends and put virtue up higher in hair for best results. Incredible product for all hair types but used minimally for fine hair and can use more for thicker hair.

Create Styler: This is a cream product as well as a heat protectant & styling aid. I use this product when my hair already feels pretty soft and if I plan to style; I use this BEFORE blow drying and then styling as it adds texture and gives hair the grip it needs to hold style.

Working Spray 14: If you’re looking for a light-hold hairspray, I recommend Kenra 14; this is lightweight and has a lighter hold. For more firm of a hold, look below!

Volume Spray 25: If you want a stronger hold, go with the Kenra 25. I love this brand and this is my absolute must have when it comes to hairspray.

September 12, 2023February 8, 2024

3 FAQs I Get Asked About Hair

As your go-to hair educator, I’ve taken it upon myself to become as familiar as possible with haircare, hair tools, hair styles, you name it, specifically for short hair. There are 3 questions I do get asked the most by my audience and I wanted to put them in one place to address them for you, so let’s get into it!

1. "Are you still an affiliate with L'ange?"

Let’s get into the nitty gritty of this question because I get asked this the most often; the answer is YES! I am a current affiliate with L’ange Hair and therefore, I’m your go-to hair girl when it comes to understanding which products you should try. I am a firm believer in sharing the things I love and I make it a point to avoid sharing random finds, or items I haven’t tried, loved, and become obsessed with myself.

That being said, L’ange doesn’t quite have everything I need for my hair. I began my affiliate journey with L’ange when they were a new company and I knew they didn’t have all the products I was looking for, but I had hoped they would add more proudcts as time went on. While they’ve created some amazing products over the years, L’ange still doesn’t have all the ingredients I need to feed my hair so this lead me to look elsewhere.

My relationship with L’ange is still standing and I will continue to share and use some of their products that have become my must-haves, but they and I knew I needed to incorporate other products into my hair which they were currently missing and didn’t have to offer. On top of needing other products, with all the research on my stomach and gut I’ve been doing, I found I’m allergic to sunflower oil. There are so many products and foods that have this ingredient in it which meant I had to find replacements for products I had been using. This is a big reason why you won’t see me using only L’ange products!

2. "What hair tools do you use?"

I get asked all the time about the hair tools I use for styling; I use multiple hair tools because it’s just fun and I love the option! In order for you to achieve the look you want on the day you want it, using the same tool every day won’t give you the different looks I love to have.

That being said, I think there are a lot of hair tools that work great! That’s why you always see me using a flat iron, Le Duo (from L’ange Hair), a curling iron, curling wand, the Le Volume (also from L’ange), etc. I love to have different looks all the time – that’s what I think is so fun about having short hair. The possibilities are truly endless for the looks you could create!

3. "Will that haircut work for me?"

One of the things I’m always sure to mention throughout my hair tutorials is I have fine hair. I’ll get a lot of thick-haired gals or curly-haired gals ask me if my hair cut will work on their hair type. My answer is YES, but when you speak to your stylist they might tell you that you need to go longer than the look I have because of the shape of your face. They also might tell you they need to do your layering or texturizing differently because of the texture of your hair. Usually someone with super fine hair needs to have hardly any layers because it will thin out the hair and make it appear even thinner. A person who has thicker hair can have layers but the stylist needs to make sure they do not pull the layer too short because it will sit differently within the hair itself and it will spring up since the hair isn’t as weighed down.

Your stylist NEEDS to have the knowledge behind cutting short hair and must be willing to change the hair cut based on your needs. Taking pictures and videos to your stylist is KEY. Finding an example of what you want on someone with your specific hair type as well is a bonus and can guide your stylist to understand what you want and the end result.

"FEED YOUR HAIR WHAT IT NEEDS."

Jocelyn McClellan

I truly believe in this – you NEED to be able to understand what your hair needs in order to achieve whatever hair goals you have. I absolutely love teaching my audience tips and tricks for their hair and I want to be a resource for you. Here’s a couple things you can lean on from me:

1. My Current Hair Care Blog – I keep this updated constantly with my hair care favorites, go-to tools, and my current hair cut and color as well as details from behind the scenes. Make sure to check out the guidance I give there as it will keep you in the loop!

2. Understanding What Your Hair Needs – This was a LIVE I did on YouTube; I go over how to use hair products correctly for your hair type, thinking it through for what is your hair type, what problems you have with your hair, and how you can solve said problems with product to help maintain your hair in the long run is super important. Hair products need to be broken down to key things; placement of the products DOES matter as well. Remember, the use of your hair products needs to be broken down as if you have a combination hair type, just like with your skin. Always remember to feed your hair!

October 17, 2022February 8, 2024

Adjusting to Changes: Hair, Skin, & Nails

adjusting to change: hair, skin, and nails

Change is Coming...

The weather is changing and depending on where you live, your hair, skin, and nails are probably feeling those changes now. It’s time to listen to your body! Nights are growing colder and the mornings are getting frostier as the days go by, which can feel brutal on our hair and skincare, especially.

Changes in the weather mean changes at home and also changes in your body. You don’t need to wonder when or how either because your body will literally show you what’s going on with it! As it grows cooler your hair and skincare may start to show you what’s happening by becoming drier, itchy, etc. You might experience worsening rosacea, acne, and other skin irritability on your face and/or scalp. Winter hair & skin issues may be inevitable but they are still preventable!

As the weather gets colder, drier, & more harsh, our hair, skin, and nails are in need of lots of extra TLC! The extra layers, turned up heaters, and cold air/winds outdoors can all be contributing factors to unwanted changes elsewhere. Sometimes all that is needed is an easy adjustment in adding a step or two to your regular hair and/or skincare routine. You may even need to implement a new product for the season to keep things balanced.

Listen to Your Body!

I recently had the opportunity to go LIVE on Instagram with my good friend and amazing esthetician, Racquel Frisella. I came across Racquel after seeing a friend and noticing how incredible her skin looked – who doesn’t want great skin?! From there, I got in touch with her and she gave me a free skin consultation (similar to how I do free color matches to Seint makeup) which led to where I’m at now. I love the products Racquel has recommended for me and I’ve seen such a huge change in my skin – it all came down to finding the right skincare routine and products for me. If you missed the LIVE, make sure to watch it below for some solid tips regarding skincare and hydration as well as what to expect in your hair, skin, and nails as winter creeps in.

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The following are products either mentioned during the LIVE or products that I believe are a great place to begin with Racquel’s skincare products!

Expectations, Solutions, & Hydration

One of the biggest culprits to unhappy skin as the weather changes is lack of hydration. All that harsh cold winter air and lower humidity can cause your skin to try to make up for the lack of moisture. Your skin will do this by either overproducing more oil to hydrate the surface or it could become flaky/prone to inflammation.

Hydration Tip (for body): Apply moisturizer IMMEDIATELY upon stepping out of the shower and towel/pat dry – your skin may be a little damp still but the level of hydration you get is night and day difference from applying to dry skin. I’ve been doing this with my Aveeno body lotion and wow has my skin been hydrated longer thanks to it. Try it out!

Hydration Tip (for your face): You might instinctually reach for your exfoliator when you start to notice the dryness, inflammation, or redness. Let me STOP you there! Ask yourself, “When was the last time I exfoliated?” Now is the time to reflect rather than react quickly & it is the prime time to focus more on hydration! If you don’t use a Hyaluronic Acid of some sort, below is one of my favorites by Racquel Frisella, her HA Peptide Serum. Hyaluronic Acid is one of the easiest ways to start adding more hydration to the skin; to read more about the benefits of HA, click here.

Don’t forget to give the rest of your hair & skin extra TLC, not just the skin on your face! Below are a few lotions and potions I use, especially in the wintertime, for any dry hands or cracked skin on my body. These are also great to keep handy next to your bed or to take on the go for those hands! If you’re loving what you currently use for your hair, but you’re finding it could use a little more love, incorporate a hydrating hair masque to your shower routine. Whether it’s a homemade masque or your favorite one from the salon/shop, nourish those locks as much as your skin. Make sure to drink lots of water and if your hair is just feeling dull, spruce things up with a hydrating oil. I linked a couple that I love below as well!

September 20, 2022February 8, 2024

Layered Bob Hairstyle

The layered bob hairstyle you see is my most recent short hair cut by Chris Jones (@chrisjones_hair on Instagram). In the past, I’ve stuck to more of a textured bob hairstyle which is more of a blunt cut. This time we switched things up and at first I wasn’t loving it completely, but now I’m in love with the layered bob! Whether you go with a simple blowout style or jazz things up with some curls, the layers in this short hairstyle look beautiful. To see more about this cut by Chris, scroll to below!

I always recommend doing solid research on hairstylists who specialize in the hair cut you’re looking to get. For example, in my case, I would need to be checking reviews of short hair stylists who have executed the layered bob, textured bob, or other short haircuts I’m looking to possibly get. Check their social media pages, reviews from previous clients online, and be clear with what short hairstyle you’d like once you’ve contacted them!

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Styling a Layered Bob Haircut

Since I’ve gotten home and been able to play around and style my new layered bob hairstyle on my own, I’ve found these four products by L’ange have done the trick: Glaze hair lotion, Sorbet smoothing balm, Posh hair polish, and Salt & Sea texturizing spray. This covers my bases for heat protectant, frizz reduction, and volume! To see how I use these products on a layered hairstyle for best results, see the video below!

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Keep in mind, blow drying vs. air drying can make a huge difference in how your hair feels and holds up after styling. Using little to no product can leave your hair falling flat faster, but having too much product weigh your hair down too. Blow drying helps to spread the product evenly throughout your hair and will help give you volume, especially if you have or are going for a layered bob, or any short hairstyle for that matter.

Make sure to follow me on Instagram and Facebook if you’d like more hair tutorials – I’ve also got plenty on my YouTube channel! I hope this is most helpful for you in seeing and understanding this layered bob haircut/short hair style a little better and I hope you rock it out!

Shop Glaze, Sorbet, Posh, and Salt & Sea spray!

July 11, 2022February 8, 2024

Healthy Hair Guide

Dry brittle hair, split ends, you name it, it’s annoying! Are you doing all the things and nothing seems to be working with improving the overall health of your hair!? You do the hair treatments and your hair still breaks…or maybe you added in a serum and your hair is still brittle? Girl, I got you! Sometimes we do too little to achieve healthy hair and other times we accidentally do too much. I definitely want you to check out the article I came across on how protein buildup in our hair effects our overall hair health. It was an eyeopener for me and I hope it helps you too!

One thing about hair and skin is there are always ways we can improve things that we may not know or think about. In this blog post, I wanted to hone in on key things that can truly make an impact. On top of that, I wanted to include things you can use to actually help your hair. These are great tips & products to have on hand from super soft hair elastics to hats that can block out the wind and even UV rays. How’s your hair these days? Could it use a little bit of extra protection? You aren’t alone!

Click here to read this article I found. It’s super insightful regarding something you might have thought about, & that is how to tell if your hair has too much protein in it (it can happen and it can dry your hair out!).

L'ange Protective Hair Care Products

L’ange has a lot of great products that not only help with styling, but they also help to keep your hair healthy. It’s important to use the right products for your hair type so be sure to read the descriptions of each product on their website. L’ange has done a great job of giving key information regarding each product so you know what to expect. Here are several products that I’ve tried or have done research on and how they can help your hair needs!

Remedé Shine Enhancing Argon Oil – Not only does this goodness reduce frizz and lock in moisture, it has UV filters to protect your hair. It’s a little bit of a thicker oil but can be used on the ends sparingly to add moisture to promote healthy hair.

Detox Scalp Reset Serum – This leave in formula restores the balance and brings comfort to your scalp. Use as directed on wet/damp hair before air drying or blow drying & styling.

Smoothe Healing Oil Treatment– a healing oil that will nourish and reduce breakage. This stuff smells like minty goodness and is so good for those with dandruff, itchy, or dry scalp.

Treatment A Duex Hair and Scalp Masque– this new L’ange product will nourish and condition both your hair and scalp. Packed full of natural ingredients that will replenish moisture and shine to promote healthy hair.

Click here to visit the L’ange site where you can look up these amazing products.

Brushes & Combs

Sienna Paddle Brush w/ Boar Bristles – The combo of nylon and boar bristles will help redistribute natural oils leaving your hair healthier and more manageable.

Scalp Saveur – Ok, this one feels really good! Give yourself a little scalp massage :) It will help break up product buildup and stimulate scalp circulation to promote healthy hair.

Protective Accessories

Ok, get ready because I linked some of my fav hair accessories for you here. Everything from hats, to claw clips, to hair ties. All styles for all people. Whether you have long thick hair or short fine hair, there is something for you here! What I love about the hats I linked is they not only hats protect your hair in the blowing wind, but some have UV rays protection in them as well. Click the links below and check them out!

Hats:

Organic Cotton Broken-In Baseball Cap

Arlo Honey – Straw Teardrop Fedora

The Hollywood Visor

Que Chiva Sunhat

Borra Borra Booney II Hat

Hair Accessories:

Eco-Friendly Nylon Elastics

Satin Sleep Scrunchy Set

Must Have Claw Clip

April 12, 2022February 21, 2024

L’ange Hair Care Guide

Something for EVERYONE!

I’m so happy you’re here and excited to focus on L’ange, haircare, and showing you a guide to L’ange products I love! I wanted to make this the focus I hear back from customers sometimes about the way they aren’t loving the L’ange products but usually it’s HOW we’re using them that makes all the difference in whether we love them or not & whether we got the right ones or not. It’s also super important to always keep in mind that what works for some may not work for others! If you’re new here, one thing I stress often is the understanding that everyone’s hair is different & what works for one person may not work for another. Listen to your hair! Don’t be afraid to experiment with it to find what it likes best. That being said, I’ve put this guide together and regularly keep it updated with the products I’m currently using and how I use them. I have also taken care to include products I recommend for different hair goals as well as hair types. Keep scrolling for more details!

One awesome thing about the L’ange website is they now have the option to take a hair care quiz; this makes it so you can find out which products L’ange experts recommend for your hair type. I’m also always here and just an email away if you need recommendations for products. Make sure to comment below if you’d like help choosing the right L’ange products for you! Let me know your hair needs, whether it’s dry, oily, curly, straight, etc. and what your style goals are. I’m happy to help always!

Below is a little breakdown for you including products you can try before blow drying to help your styles:

For fine hair & before blow drying:
Glaze hair lotion (adds protection, moisture & volume)
Sorbet leave-in conditioner (helps with humidity as well)
Thermal Magique (for heat protection; it’s not my top fave but the Posh might weigh your hair down a bit if you have thin hair. Very SMALL amount to be used)
Salt & Sea spray (texturizing spray)

For medium-fine hair before blow drying:
Glaze hair lotion (adds protection, moisture, & volume)
Sorbet leave-in conditioner (helps with humidity as well)
Posh (for heat protection only near midshafts – ends of hair)
Salt & Sea spray (texturizing spray)

For thick hair before blow drying:
Glaze hair lotion (adds protection, moisture, & volume)
Sorbet (helps with frizz and tames the hair)
Posh (for heat protection and keeps it more sleek)

**For naturally curly/wavy hair:
Envie leave-in conditioner (apply when hair is wet/damp and diffuse or air dry), Manage Marula Oil hydrating spray, and Glaze hair lotion (for frizz control and softness/hydration)
or
Sorbet leave-in conditioner (apply same as above)

**Keep in mind for naturally curly/wavy hair less is most definitely more to bring out those natural styles without weighing down the hair or leaving it feel full of product/crunchy! Allow the hair to air dry if you opt out of diffusing it with a blow dryer.

These add ins to your hair (before blow drying) can make the biggest difference for your hairstyle. You’re helping it create volume, control, texture and more. It is so important to get something in your hair to help it & this will make a big difference for your hair!

Make sure to test out amounts in your hair as it can vary depending on your hair! The testing time is so important and that is where you’ll find your favorite hair products/the right amount to use for you before blow drying.

Link to shop L’ange: http://t.langehair.com/SHDG3

Educational L'ange LIVE

I went LIVE on Facebook breaking down L'ange haircare and products that are right for different hair types. If you've been wondering which L'ange products are right for you, this is the perfect video to watch! I talked about some of my favorite products I use as well as others I'd recommend to those in search of solid hair care products. Check this LIVE recap out for more information regarding L'ange products and if you'd like to find out what's right for you, scroll down, click the darker button to go to L'ange's site and take their hair care quiz. Make sure to use code GREATHAIR if you shop!

Watch the Educational LIVE

YouTube: Day 2 Loose Curls

Day 2 loose curls coming at you! It’s incredible how on day 2 of having loose curls your hair can look so different from day one, but you can change it up just a bit. Here are some rocking styling tips for day 2 hair. If you think back to how the hair started, you can see it takes little effort to create a whole new look. Dry shampoo is a saving grace for your day 2 hair as are any oils you use so the hair doesn’t feel dry! You want good hydrated hair, that is manageable and happy. Enjoy this tutorial for day 2 loose hair curls!